Antique French Country Majolica Barbotine Cabbage Jug, 1900

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A delightful antique french majolica pitcher, beautifully modelled as a lush cabbage with gracefully layered leaves highlighted in soft shades … Read more A delightful antique french majolica pitcher, beautifully modelled as a lush cabbage with gracefully layered leaves highlighted in soft shades of green and violet. Rich in character and wonderfully sculptural, this charming piece reflects the belle époque fascination with nature-inspired design, where everyday objects were transformed into works of art.
its realistic modelling and organic form embody the spirit of the art nouveau era, celebrating the beauty of the natural world through flowing lines and botanical inspiration. Far more than a simple pitcher, it is a decorative object with a joyful presence that instantly brings warmth and personality to any interior.
whether displayed in a country kitchen, used as a vase for fresh garden flowers, or incorporated into a collection of antique majolica, this lovely cabbage pitcher remains as appealing today as it was over a century ago. It is the kind of piece that effortlessly attracts attention and sparks conversation wherever it is placed.
style: art nouveau / french majolica
period: circa 1900
place of origin: france
materials and techniques: glazed earthenware, hand-moulded and hand-painted
condition: very good antique condition with light age-related wear consistent with age and use
dimensions: 7.1 in h x 7.1 in l x 5.5 in d (18 cm h x 18 cm l x 14 cm d)
weight: 1.62 lbs (733 g) See less